Trying To Fund, And Found, A Venue For 'Radical Freedom Of Expression' In Minneapolis

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Three longtime members of the Minneapolis music scene are trying to start a new venue aimed at fostering art from marginalized communities. But substantial start-up costs and the Covid-19 crisis are among the mounting challenges.

Attempting to create an inclusive environment is not a new idea for DJ Keezy, who started a series of events, called The Klituation, that exclusively features women and LGBTQ+ performers. The series began in smaller spaces, but as its popularity increased the events began to sell out larger spaces, like First Avenue. And, despite the success, some of those venues became an issue.

The trio mentioned things such as not having a space for artists to retreat to; staff and security being disrespectful and talking down to them; unfair compensation, and not allowing for women of color to surround themselves with a community that allows them to feel safe. But between buying a space, offering educational opportunities, hiring staff and marketing the venue, Auntie's start-up costs are substantial, even with a grant writer helping direct them towards the right applications. And if its $5 million GoFundMe is reached, the venue will still have a pandemic to deal with.

 

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